Calendar Management, Communication Skills, County Ordinances, Data Analysis, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Dental Insurance, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Forecasting, Injection Molding, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Process Improvement, Production Control, Production Management, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Purchasing/Procurement, State Laws and Regulations, Supply Chain Management, Team Player, Vision Plan
Now Hiring: Supply Chain Planning Coordinator
South Saint Paul, MN (Onsite) | Manufacturing (Pet Products) | ~100 Employees
What You'll Do
- Develop and manage daily/weekly production schedules based on demand, capacity, and labor availability
- Coordinate raw materials, packaging, and component replenishment to ensure uninterrupted production
- Monitor inventory levels and proactively prevent shortages or overstock situations
- Partner with production supervisors to adjust schedules based on priorities, downtime, or constraints
- Track production performance, schedule adherence, and inventory accuracy
- Collaborate with purchasing and suppliers to improve material flow and delivery timelines
- Analyze production data and forecasting to optimize operations
- Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements
- Maintain accuracy within ERP/MRP systems (work orders, inventory, scheduling data)
- Communicate production priorities clearly across teams
What You Bring
- 2+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, inventory, or manufacturing coordination
- Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred (injection molding is a plus)
- Strong understanding of production flow, inventory management, and scheduling principles
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
- Self-starter with a high sense of urgency and ownership mentality
Compensation & Schedule
- Salary: $50,000 - $60,000
- Schedule: Monday-Friday (flexible hours as long as 40/week)
- Type: Direct Hire
- Location: Onsite in South Saint Paul, MN
Benefits
- 401(k) with safe harbor match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (50% employer contribution)
- PTO: 2 weeks starting (accrued)
- Paid holidays (including day after Thanksgiving)
Perks & Culture
- Summer hours (half-day Fridays)
- Pet-friendly workplace
- Growth and advancement opportunities
- Birthday & anniversary celebrations with catered food
- Quarterly potlucks and summer grill-outs
- Team events (holiday party, costume contests, outings)
- Collaborative, family-oriented culture
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
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